Mieu Temple

Hue

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May 22nd 2015
We checked into our hotel in Hue (pronounced Hway) early in the afternoon and decided to brave the heat and go for a stroll along the nearby Perfume River. This wasn't quite the pleasant stroll I anticipated. Although we'd mastered the technique of successfully crossing the numerous necessary roads, by walking together purposefully and slowly while watching out for drivers not paying attention, it ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » North Central Coast » Thua Thien - Huế

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more